Coronavirus offers chance to rethink teaching approach

16-year-old Le Nam woke up at 9am, having no idea what day of the week it was.

 

Firms resetting raw material sources

As the coronavirus outbreak shows no sign of slowing down, supply chain leaders are urged to mitigate instant disruption and plan for their short- and long-term performance.

Ethnic minority man blazes trail for his community

At the age of 34, Alăng Thớ became the first Co Tu ethnic minority person in Vietnam to gain a PhD degree when he graduated in December 2019.

Vietnam is proactive in fight against avian influenza

Phung Duc Tien, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, talks to the Financial Magazine about the ministry's decision to fight African swine fever and avian influenza.

Vietnam retailers striving to mitigate COVID-19 implications

Feeling the bite of the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, many businesses in retail and services are coming up with measures to soften the blow.

‘Environment hero’ Nguy Thi Khanh receives US$2 million award

With her initiatives and great efforts to help protect the environment, Nguy Thi Khanh has become the first Vietnamese Climate Breakthrough Project awardee.

Investment funds remain active in Vietnamese stock market

The fears of coronavirus have clouded prospects for the global economy and caused difficulties for Vietnam's stock market.

Performance of Vietnamese entrants at transgender pageants through years

Huong Giang and Nhat Ha are among the Vietnamese representatives who enjoyed a strong showing during their participation at Miss International Queen.

Striker Cong Phuong hopes to continue shining in AFC Cup

Striker Nguyen Cong Phuong will be tasked with leading HCM City FC's attack against Hougang United in the southern side's second match of Group F in the AFC Cup in Singapore today.

Mekong Delta grapples with erosion, subsidence

Erosion and subsidence along canals, rivers and coasts have been severe in many areas in the Mekong Delta and local authorities are struggling to raise funds for works to prevent them.

Return of foreign tourists breathes energy back into Ta Hien street

Following a brief lull in business as a result of the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Ta Hien street in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter has become increasingly busy due to the return of foreign visitors.

Fugitive turns himself in to flee the coronavirus outbreak

A wanted fugitive has surrendered to the police in the hope of avoiding the coronavirus crisis.

Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute's use of research results in practice commended

Phan Son Hai, director of the Da Lat Nuclear Research Institute, when asked about about the institute’s achievements, put emphasis on radioactive isotope production.

1,000 'green' houses to be developed in Vietnam in 2020

Vietnam expects to have some 1,000 houses integrated with sustainable energy solutions by the end of this year under an initiative by the Vietnam Coalition for Climate Action (VCCA).

Parasite’s black-and-white version to roll out in Vietnam

A black-and-white version of multi-Oscar-award-winning film Parasite hits box offices nationwide ON Monday, promising a more intimate visual experience for cinemagoers.

US ties expand on back of power plans

Vietnam is diversifying its sources of power in the direction of reducing coal-fired power and raising the share of renewable energy and liquefied natural gas-based power, creating a new race for investors.

Coronavirus: Why did infections shoot up South Korea?

How the practices of a secretive religious sect may have played into the rapid spread of the virus.

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Vinamilk signs $20 million contract in Dubai

Airlines try every possible method to retain passengers during Covid-19 epidemic

All airlines in Vietnam, except Vasco, which flies on short-distance routes, are regularly updating information about their activities and sale promotion programs to attract passengers.

Vietnamese people urged not to leave South Korea

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs have warned Vietnamese people living in South Korea not to leave the country if unnecessary to minimize the potential transmission of the coronavirus.

 

Japan shares slump as Asia reacts to global sell-off

Tokyo shares drop sharply while Asian stock markets trade cautiously following big falls in US and UK.

Coronavirus: Worst-hit countries boost containment efforts

It comes as the number of cases globally surpasses 80,000 and amid fears of a possible pandemic.

Hundreds of corporations in VN transition to legal software, but warns of ongoing risks: BSA

Hundreds of corporations in Vietnam improved their cyber security and legal compliance by replacing illegal software with fully licensed programmes since the launch of BSA’s ASEAN software legalisation campaign last September.

HCM City authorities, property developers discuss solutions to problems plaguing market

The challenges that property developers face in HCM City were discussed at a meeting between the People’s Committee, relevant departments and developers last week.

 

BIDV puts auto firm Vinaxuki up for sale to recover bad debt

The Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV) has announced plans to put secured assets of Xuan Kien Auto JSC (Vinaxuki) up for auction...